Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic ZS25

Here is a in-depth review of the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic ZS25, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was manufactured 4 years prior to the ZS25 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FP3 matches up vs the ZS25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP3 offers outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FP3 versus the ZS25.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and ZS25 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The graphic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP3 and ZS25.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZS25 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FP3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.